What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Grant Administration position at Galveston County?
The purpose of this class is to secure and manage Federal and State grants, to include both disaster and non-disaster programs for Galveston County.Supervises, manages, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, assigns work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice as needed.
Manages the County’s grants programs.
Secures, administers and monitors various County grants and their associated programs.
Secures, reviews and monitors grant applications, bid processes, review panels, and estimating grant budget and staffing requirements.
Develops, administers, and monitors the annual approved budget.
Approves assigned employee payroll, leaves, and purchases.
Provides reports and/or presentations to Commissioners Court, when requested or as necessary.
Serves as the primary liaison between departments, general public, various community groups/organizations, and other outside agencies.
Reviews and seeks new grant opportunities in a proactive manner.
Consults with Elected Officials regarding potential grant opportunities.
Assists departments with grant opportunities and the respective requirements.
Oversees and reviews documents/records for grants, disaster recovery programs, and closeouts.
Holds regularly scheduled meetings with Grants Administration staff and team.
Oversees and reviews payments, programmatic reports and financial audits.
Performs related work as assigned. Requires Bachelor’s degree.
Requires five years of experience in federal, state, or local government grants management, of which four are in a management position or closely related experience.
Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.
Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice as needed.
Manages the County’s grants programs.
Secures, administers and monitors various County grants and their associated programs.
Secures, reviews and monitors grant applications, bid processes, review panels, and estimating grant budget and staffing requirements.
Develops, administers, and monitors the annual approved budget.
Approves assigned employee payroll, leaves, and purchases.
Provides reports and/or presentations to Commissioners Court, when requested or as necessary.
Serves as the primary liaison between departments, general public, various community groups/organizations, and other outside agencies.
Reviews and seeks new grant opportunities in a proactive manner.
Consults with Elected Officials regarding potential grant opportunities.
Assists departments with grant opportunities and the respective requirements.
Oversees and reviews documents/records for grants, disaster recovery programs, and closeouts.
Holds regularly scheduled meetings with Grants Administration staff and team.
Oversees and reviews payments, programmatic reports and financial audits.
Performs related work as assigned. Requires Bachelor’s degree.
Requires five years of experience in federal, state, or local government grants management, of which four are in a management position or closely related experience.
Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.
Special Certifications and Licenses:
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance
Galveston County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Galveston County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
Salary : $137,853
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